72-521: Miamisburg ( / m aɪ ˈ æ m i z b ɜːr ɡ / my- AM -eez-burg ) is a city in southern Montgomery County, Ohio , United States. The population was 19,923 at the 2020 census . A suburb of Dayton , it is part of the Dayton metropolitan area . Named after the Miami people , Miamisburg is known for its industrial history, particularly its nuclear operations during World War II , and retail factors such as
144-569: A ceremonial role. While the mayor sits on council he or she votes only in the event of a tie. Public education in Miamisburg is provided by the Miamisburg City School District. The superintendent for the district is Dr. Laura Blessing (2020–present). Miamisburg has 6 K-5 buildings, and one PreK - 5th building (Medlar View Elementary School) The schools, and the years they were built are located below in parentheses. : Miamisburg
216-508: A charting error led to the collision between the dry bulk carrier Ocean Princess and the SP-83A oil and gas production platform in the Gulf of Mexico on January 7, 2021. The incident occurred because the platform was not visible on the vessel's electronic chart display, although it was present on the paper chart used by the mate on watch. The NTSB highlighted the importance of effective bridge management and
288-639: A critical role in the investigation of the Norfolk Southern Railway derailment in East Palestine, Ohio , in February 2023. The NTSB's report, unanimously adopted by its board, highlighted significant failures by Norfolk Southern , particularly in the decision to conduct a vent and burn of toxic chemicals, which was deemed unnecessary and based on misleading information provided by the railway. The report also criticized Norfolk Southern's obstruction during
360-465: A dozen, depending on the nature of the incident. The agency may then hold public hearings on the issue following the investigation. Ultimately, it will publish a final report which may include safety recommendations based on its findings. The NTSB has no legal authority to implement or impose its recommendations. Its recommendations are often implemented by regulators at the federal or state level or by individual transportation companies. The NTSB played
432-436: A female householder with no husband present, 38.4% were non-families, and 32.2% of all households were made up of individuals. The average household size was 2.33, and the average family size was 2.94. The median age was 39.2 years. The median income for a household in the county was $ 43,965, and the median income for a family was $ 56,559. Males had a median income of $ 45,680 versus $ 34,991 for females. The per capita income for
504-481: A female householder with no husband present, and 35.90% were non-families. 30.40% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.10% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.37, and the average family size was 2.96. In the county, the population was spread out, with 24.70% under the age of 18, 9.70% from 18 to 24, 29.00% from 25 to 44, 22.90% from 45 to 64, and 13.70% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age
576-522: A massive desert dust storm across the horizon, the chemical cloud hugged the ground and blotted out the sun for several minutes before dissipating, according to the National Transportation Safety Board ’s report. The explosions led to the evacuation of an estimated 25,000 to 40,000 residents from Miamisburg and surrounding southern Montgomery County municipalities, at the time this was the largest evacuation in U.S. history resulting from
648-549: A new playground, student drop-off area, and redesigned parking lots. Unrelated to the March 2008 bond issue but constructed simultaneously is Maddux-Lang Primary School, on the campus of Jane Chance Elementary School at Wood and Crains Run roads. Maddux-Lang, the district's $ 2 million preschool facility, was funded entirely through Transportation District Improvement funds related to the new Austin Boulevard interchange. In addition to
720-542: A number of "City Beautiful Awards" each July, August, and September for both residential and commercial properties. Additionally, the City Beautification Commission also offers awards for high-quality architectural renovation projects and for a number of holiday decoration displays in December. Numerous community events are held during the year, such as live music and block parties. Every spring, 'Spring Fest in
792-466: A particular investigation. However, the use of the party system is not without controversy. The NTSB invited Boeing to participate as a party to the investigation of the crash of TWA Flight 800 , a Boeing 747 , in 1996. While the NTSB relied on Boeing's sharing of expertise, it was later determined that Boeing had withheld a study of military versions of the 747 that investigated flammable vapor combustion in
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#1732852708272864-571: A result has been awarded along with its teachers the Governor's Thomas Edison Award for Excellence in STEM Education four school years in a row (2010–2014). In its most recent school year for receiving the award (2013–2014) it was the only Dayton-area grade school to be recognized. Miamisburg has a public library, a branch of the Dayton Metro Library . Miamisburg is in the circulation area of
936-520: A tornado struck the northwest part of town, reportedly destroying roofs and chimneys, as well as uprooting trees. It also destroyed Linden Avenue Bridge. Blizzards struck the town in 1978, 2004, and 2008. In 1913, the Great Dayton Flood destroyed much of the city. Not much precipitation is needed to flood locations such as Rice Field(s), which is on the banks of the Great Miami River. As of
1008-522: A train accident, according to William E. Loftus, executive director of the Federal Railroad Administration . This was also the largest evacuation in Ohio history. A nitric oxide distillation column at a local chemical plant known as Isotec exploded on September 21, 2003, causing school and other events to be cancelled. Isotec is a division of Sigma-Aldrich. World headquarters of JatroDiesel
1080-466: Is Owen Sound, Ontario . Montgomery County, Ohio Montgomery County is in the southwestern part of the U.S. state of Ohio . At the 2020 census , the population was 537,309, making it the fifth-most populous county in Ohio. The county seat is Dayton . The county was named in honor of Richard Montgomery , an American Revolutionary War general, who was killed in 1775 while attempting to capture Quebec City , Canada . Montgomery County
1152-468: Is an independent U.S. government investigative agency responsible for civil transportation accident investigation . In this role, the NTSB investigates and reports on aviation accidents and incidents , certain types of highway crashes , ship and marine accidents , pipeline incidents , bridge failures , and railroad accidents . The NTSB is also in charge of investigating cases of hazardous materials releases that occur during transportation. The agency
1224-484: Is authorized to establish and manage separate sub-offices for highway, marine, aviation, railroad, pipeline, and hazardous materials investigations. Since its creation, the NTSB's primary mission has been "to determine the probable cause of transportation accidents and incidents and to formulate safety recommendations to improve transportation safety (in the USA) ". Based on the results of investigations within its jurisdiction,
1296-658: Is based in Washington, D.C. It has four regional offices, located in Anchorage, Alaska ; Denver, Colorado ; Ashburn, Virginia ; and Seattle, Washington . The agency also operated a national training center at its Ashburn facility. The origin of the NTSB was in the Air Commerce Act of 1926, which assigned the United States Department of Commerce responsibility for investigating domestic aviation accidents. Before
1368-425: Is in Miamisburg. JatroDiesel manufactures biodiesel equipment and produces biodiesel , a sustainable alternative fuel to diesel . The headquarters of National City Mortgage Corporation, a division of National City Corp. was in Miamisburg. In 2009, PNC Bank purchased National City Bank and converted National City Mortgage into PNC Mortgage. The headquarters for PNC Mortgage moved to Downers Grove, Ill, but much of
1440-612: Is land and 0.19 square miles (0.49 km) is water. The climate of Miamisburg and the surrounding region is dominated by a humid-continental climate , characterized by hot, muggy summers and cold, dry winters. Miamisburg is prone to severe weather because of its location in the Midwestern section of the United States. Tornadoes are possible from spring to fall. Floods , blizzards , and severe thunderstorms can also occur. Miamisburg has suffered some natural disasters. On June 9, 1869,
1512-594: Is part of the Dayton, Ohio, Metropolitan Statistical Area . The county has a total area of 464 square miles (1,200 km ), of which 462 square miles (1,200 km ) is land and 2.8 square miles (7.3 km ) (0.6%) is water. As of the census of 2000, there were 559,062 people, 229,229 households, and 146,935 families living in the county. The population density was 1,211 people per square mile (468 people/km ). There were 248,443 housing units at an average density of 538 per square mile (208/km ). The racial makeup of
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#17328527082721584-514: Is ranked third in the Dayton Area for the best academic rate scores. Miamisburg has won the "Excellent District Award" in 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2010, and 2011. For 2012, the district has been awarded the coveted "Excellent with Distinction" status. Miamisburg High School was recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence in 1997. Both Wantz Middle School (closed; 2011) and Kinder Elementary were awarded Blue Ribbon Awards in
1656-768: The Dayton Daily News , and it publishes the Miamisburg/West Carrollton News . The city has a local radio station, WFCJ 93.7 – Christian (WFCJ Inspiration). Miamisburg is part of the Greater Dayton Regional Transit Authority , which has many bus routes throughout the city. CSX and Norfolk Southern provide freight railway services. CSX passes near Miamisburg on the west side of the Great Miami River , and Norfolk Southern's line runs through downtown. Miamisburg's sister city
1728-518: The Dayton Mall and surrounding commercial business area. European-Americans started calling their first community "Hole's Station" circa 1797, when Zechariah Hole settled there with his family from Virginia and built a stockade on the west bank of the Miami River opposite the mouth of Bear Creek. The stockade attracted squatters, surveying parties, and other settlers who had taken grants to live in
1800-555: The Governor Brown was the first packet boat to go through the settlement. Also that year the first boats from Cincinnati had arrived and passed through Miamisburg to get to Dayton. By 1834 the canal had been extended to Piqua, and many businesses along the river grew. The 1840s and the 1850s were brought the best of times to the canals. George Kinder, a local resident, shipped bags of food to Ireland during its Great Famine ; these also contained his address, with ads saying that he
1872-582: The National Transportation Safety Board , the deaths were ruled homicides by the Montgomery County Coroner. Eight years later the city was the site of the July 8, 1986 derailment of 15 cars of a Baltimore and Ohio Railroad train, resulting in explosions of tank cars, emitted gas and clouds from phosphorus, on two successive days. The resulting thick white cloud engulfed communities as far north as Yellow Springs, Pitchin, and South Vienna. Rolling in like
1944-491: The census of 2010, there were 20,181 people, 7,948 households, and 5,570 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,656.9 inhabitants per square mile (639.7/km). There were 8,604 housing units at an average density of 706.4 per square mile (272.7/km). The racial makeup of the city was 93.8% White , 3.0% African American , 0.2% Native American , 1.0% Asian , 0.4% from other races , and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.6% of
2016-943: The federal court system by the losing party, whether it is the individual or company, on the one hand, or the FAA or the Coast Guard, on the other. However, from Ferguson v. NTSB , the NTSB's determinations are not overturned by the federal courts unless the NTSB abused its discretion or its determination is wholly unsupported by the evidence. The Safety Board maintains a training academy in Ashburn , Virginia , where it conducts courses for its employees and professionals in other government agencies, foreign governments or private companies, in areas such as general accident investigation, specific elements of investigations like survival factors or human performance, or related matters like family affairs or media relations . The facility houses for training purposes
2088-402: The poverty line , including 15.60% of those under age 18 and 8.20% of those age 65 or over. As of the 2010 census , there were 535,153 people, 223,943 households, and 138,060 families living in the county. The population density was 1,159.5 inhabitants per square mile (447.7/km ). There were 254,775 housing units at an average density of 552.0 per square mile (213.1/km ). The racial makeup of
2160-499: The "National Transportation Safety Board" refers to a five-manager investigative board whose five members are nominated by the President and confirmed by the Senate for five-year terms. Board members may continue to serve until a successor is confirmed and takes office. No more than three of the five members may be from the same political party. One of the five board members is nominated as
2232-403: The 1970s through the 1990s. Newer houses have been built in the 21st century as some residents have sought higher-priced luxury homes, evidenced in new developments such as Pipestone, Crains Run, Heincke Woods, and Bear Creek. To encourage and recognize Miamisburg citizens for maintaining the aesthetic appearance (tidiness, landscaping) of their property, the City Beautification Commission selects
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2304-551: The Burg' is held downtown in Riverfront Park. On Halloween, 'Boo in the Burg' offers special shopping and food specials for patrons. Other annual events include: Miamisburg is governed by council–manager government with a seven-member city council and a city manager, who is hired by council. Four members of city council represent their respective wards and three members are at-large. The city also has an elected mayor who largely fills
2376-619: The Miamisburg Mound Laboratory , which was operated by the Monsanto Chemical Company . The Mound Labs were to monitor all aspects of the US nuclear defense stockpile. The Mound Plant, built in 1947, was situated on a 306-acre (124 ha) site in the city 10 miles (16 km) south of Dayton. The workers, who numbered more than 2,000 at the height of the production, made plutonium detonators for nuclear weapons . Their work
2448-527: The NTSB investigative process" and that participant parties "are uniquely able to provide essential information about aircraft design and manufacture, airline operations, or functioning of [the National Airspace System] that simply cannot be obtained elsewhere". However, Rand also found conflicts of interest inherent in the party system, "may, in some instances, threaten the integrity of the NTSB investigative process". The Rand study recommended that
2520-473: The NTSB is that it serves as a court of appeals for airmen, aircraft mechanics , certificated aviation-related companies, and mariners who have their licenses suspended or revoked by the FAA or the Coast Guard . The NTSB employs administrative law judges who initially hear all appeals, and the administrative law judge's ruling may be appealed to the five-member Board. The Board's determinations may be appealed to
2592-421: The NTSB issues formal safety recommendations to agencies and institutions with the power to implement those recommendations. The NTSB considers safety recommendations to be its primary tool for preventing future civil transportation accidents. However, the NTSB does not have the authority to enforce its safety recommendations. The current board members as of September 24, 2024: President Biden has nominated
2664-522: The NTSB reduce its reliance on party representatives and make greater use of independent investigators, including from NASA , the Department of Defense , government research laboratories, and universities. As of 2014 , the NTSB has not adopted these recommendations and instead continues to rely on the party system. As of 2014 , the NTSB has issued about 14,000 safety recommendations in its history, 73 percent of which have been adopted in whole or in part by
2736-627: The NTSB reported to the DOT for administrative purposes, while conducting investigations into the Federal Aviation Administration, also a DOT agency. To avoid any conflict, Congress passed the Independent Safety Board Act , and on April 1, 1975, the NTSB became a fully independent agency . As of 2015 , the NTSB has investigated over 140,000 aviation incidents and several thousand surface transportation incidents. Formally,
2808-593: The NTSB, the Federal Aviation Administration 's (FAA; at the time the CAA / Civil Aviation Authority ) independence was questioned as it was investigating itself and would be biased to find external faults, coalescing with the 1931 crash killing Notre Dame coach Knute Rockne and the 1935 crash that killed Senator Bronson Cutting. The US's first "independent" Air Safety Board was established in 1938: it lasted only fourteen months. In 1940, this authority
2880-403: The average family size was 3.00. In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.9% under the age of 18, 7.1% from 18 to 24, 29.3% from 25 to 44, 22.4% from 45 to 64, and 15.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 92.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.7 males. The median income for a household in the city
2952-465: The center fuel tank. Boeing had told the NTSB that it had no studies proving or disproving the vapor combustion theory. In response to political pressure after the Boeing incident, the NTSB commissioned the nonprofit Rand Corporation to conduct an independent study of the NTSB's aircraft investigation process. In 2000, Rand published its report, which concluded that the party system is "a key component of
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3024-534: The chair by the President and then approved by the Senate for a fixed three-year term; another is designated as vice-chair for a fixed three-year term and who becomes acting chair when there is no formal chair. This board is authorized by Congress under Chapter 11, Title 49 of the United States Code to investigate civil aviation, highway, marine, pipeline, and railroad accidents and incidents. This five-member board
3096-407: The city are Victorian -style homes. They are concentrated in the neighborhood of "Old Miamisburg" (downtown and riverfront areas). Other architectural styles include Queen Anne, Italianate , and Second Empire -styled buildings. Much of Miami Township has residential housing of single-family homes, which were built during the expanded suburban development typical of the late 20th century, especially
3168-420: The city. The population density was 1,741.6 inhabitants per square mile (672.4/km). There were 7,905 housing units at an average density of 706.4 per square mile (272.7/km). The racial makeup of the city was 95% White , 1.6% African American , 0.13% Native American , 0.73% Asian , 0.04% Pacific Islander , 0.3% from other races , and 1.29% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.85% of
3240-754: The county in 2016. The last Democrat to win the county by double digits was Lyndon B. Johnson in 1964, while the last Republican to do so was George H. W. Bush in 1988. The following public school districts are located partially or entirely in Montgomery County: There is also a public independent (not a part of any school district) STEM school: The following private high schools are located in Montgomery County: 39°45′N 84°17′W / 39.75°N 84.29°W / 39.75; -84.29 National Transportation Safety Board The National Transportation Safety Board ( NTSB )
3312-481: The county was $ 24,828. About 11.7% of families and 15.7% of the population were below the poverty line , including 22.7% of those under age 18 and 8.7% of those aged 65 or over. Montgomery County has been a slightly Democratic-leaning swing county since the Civil War. After voting consistently Democratic in presidential elections from 1992 to 2012, Republican Donald Trump narrowly defeated Democrat Hillary Clinton in
3384-469: The county was 73.9% white, 20.9% black or African American, 1.7% Asian, 0.2% American Indian, 0.8% from other races, and 2.4% from two or more races. Those of Hispanic or Latino origin made up 2.3% of the population. In terms of ancestry, 24.9% were German , 12.8% were Irish , 9.7% were American , and 8.8% were English . Of the 223,943 households, 29.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 41.6% were married couples living together, 15.3% had
3456-421: The county was 76.57% White , 19.86% Black or African American , 0.23% Native American , 1.31% Asian , 0.04% Pacific Islander , 0.49% from other races , and 1.51% from two or more races. 1.27% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race. There were 229,229 households, out of which 29.60% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.30% were married couples living together, 13.80% had
3528-417: The dangers of over-reliance on electronic navigation tools. To conduct its investigations, the NTSB operates under the "party system", which utilizes the support and participation of industry and labor representatives with expertise or technical knowledge specifically useful to its investigation. The NTSB may invite these individuals or organizations to become parties to the investigation and participate under
3600-457: The district's seventh K-5 facility, which opened in August 2010. Also included was $ 11 million for an addition/renovation project at historic Kinder Elementary School and $ 4 million in various improvements to Bauer, Bear, Mark Twain, and Mound elementary schools, including renovated administration spaces, enhanced security and safety features, as well as a project at Mound Elementary School for
3672-437: The early 21st century. After three failed attempts, voters passed a US$ 78.5 million bond issue on March 4, 2008. The bond issued raised $ 23 million for a large-scale addition and renovation project at Miamisburg High School and $ 31 million for the construction of Miamisburg Middle School, grades 6–8, which opened in August 2011. In addition, the bond issue included $ 11 million for Jane Chance Elementary School,
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#17328527082723744-542: The entities to which they were directed. Starting in 1990, the NTSB annually published a "Most Wanted List", which highlights safety recommendations that the NTSB believes would provide the most significant — and sometimes immediate — benefit to the traveling public. The list was discontinued in 2023 such that "the NTSB can more nimbly advocate for [their] recommendations and emerging safety issues". Among transportation safety improvements brought about or inspired by NTSB recommendations: A less well-known responsibility of
3816-526: The following to fill a seat on the board. They await Senate confirmation. The NTSB is the lead agency in investigating a civil transportation accident or incident within its sphere. An investigation of a major accident within the United States typically starts with the creation of a "go team", composed of specialists in fields relating to the incident who are rapidly deployed to the incident location. The "go team" can have as few as three people or as many as
3888-400: The investigation, noting delays in providing critical information and attempts to influence the investigation's outcome. The NTSB's findings have led to new safety recommendations aimed at preventing similar incidents in the future, including better communication protocols and more stringent oversight of emergency response procedures. The NTSB concluded that poor bridge resource management and
3960-505: The local cabins until they could build their own; hence the little community became known as "Hole's Station". Settlers came west primarily from Pennsylvania . Miamisburg was incorporated in 1832 as a village; it achieved city status in the 1920s. By 1827, the Miami and Erie Canal was under construction through the community, which improved transportation of people and goods through the region. The formal opening took place in January 1829, when
4032-587: The mound has become perhaps the most recognizable historic landmark in Miamisburg. It is one of the largest conical burial mounds in the Eastern United States . Miamisburg is at 39°38′19″N 84°16′31″W / 39.63861°N 84.27528°W / 39.63861; -84.27528 . According to the United States Census Bureau , the city has a total area of 12.37 square miles (32.04 km), of which 12.18 square miles (31.55 km)
4104-440: The population. Out of a total of 7,948 households, 35.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.7% were married couples living together, 12.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 29.9% were non-families. 25.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size
4176-408: The population. There were 7,449 households, out of which 35.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.2% were married couples living together, 10.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.6% were non-families. 23.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.53 and
4248-470: The previous record of 80 hours and 2 minutes, held by the website NashvilleStandUp.com , was broken on the morning of February 18. The final run time of the festival was 84 hours, 58 minutes, 30 seconds. The festival was recorded in its entirety and is awaiting certification after-the-fact with the Guinness Book of World Records. Due to the growth of the city in the 19th century, many of the older houses in
4320-684: The public school district in Miamisburg, the city is also the home to the West Campus of Bishop Leibold School , a private catholic school named after Paul Francis Leibold . The West Campus of Bishop Leibold School deals with preschool through the second grade, while its East Campus in Miami Township deals with the third grade through the eight grade. Bishop Leibold School was awarded the National Blue Ribbon Award in 2008. Bishop Leibold has also been working to improve its STEM education and as
4392-626: The reconstruction of more than 90 feet of the TWA Flight 800 Boeing 747 , which was recovered from the Atlantic Ocean after it crashed on July 17, 1996, following a fuel tank explosion. On February 22, 2021, the NTSB announced that the TWA Flight 800 recreation would be decommissioned on July 7, 2021. This decision comes as the lease for the Ashburn training center expires shortly. The NTSB indicated it
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#17328527082724464-537: The regional center. On September 10, 1978, 15 cars of a Conrail freight train derailed as the result of a hot box , caused by uneven distribution of steel ingots in a gondola loaded at Buffalo, New York by Republic Steel . They demolished a house at the Pearl Street crossing and killed three of its five occupants. As a result of a cooperative investigation by the Miamisburg Police Department and
4536-510: The servicing division remains in Miamisburg. World headquarters of LexisNexis were in Miamisburg. In 2007, the headquarters moved to New York City, but the operations have remained in Ohio. In 2018, a time vault was opened to celebrate the city's 200th birthday. Miamisburg is the location of a prehistoric Indian burial mound ( tumulus ), believed to have been built by the Adena culture , about 1000 to 200 BCE . Once serving as an ancient burial site,
4608-474: The supervision of the NTSB. The NTSB has discretion over which organizations it allows to participate. Only individuals with relevant technical expertise can represent an organization in an investigation, and attorneys and insurance investigators are prohibited by law from participating. The NTSB considers the party system crucial to the investigative process, as it provides the NTSB with access to individuals with specialized expertise or knowledge relevant to
4680-503: The top employers in the city are: The city's downtown area is home to many small stores and historic buildings. The Hamburger Wagon is on Market Square . Other historical buildings downtown include the Baum Opera House , Gebhart Tavern , and Library Park . In 2024, Bricky's Comedy Club broke the world record for the "Longest stand-up comedy show - multiple comedians". The festival took place starting on February 14 at 3pm until
4752-487: Was $ 48,316, and the median income for a family was $ 56,996. Males had a median income of $ 41,918 versus $ 28,045 for females. The per capita income for the city was $ 22,504. About 4.6% of families and 6.1% of the population were below the poverty line , including 7.3% of those under age 18 and 7.7% of those age 65 or over. Motoman , Verso Corporation and Dayton Superior are headquartered in Miamisburg. According to Miamisburg's 2021 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report,
4824-436: Was 2.50 and the average family size was 2.98. The median age in the city was 40.2 years. 25.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 25% were from 25 to 44; 27.2% were from 45 to 64; and 16.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.6% male and 52.4% female. As of the census of 2000, there were 19,489 people, 7,449 households, and 5,393 families residing in
4896-415: Was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 92.30 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.60 males. The median income for a household in the county was $ 40,156, and the median income for a family was $ 50,071. Males had a median income of $ 38,710 versus $ 27,297 for females. The per capita income for the county was $ 21,743. About 8.30% of families and 11.30% of the population were below
4968-467: Was hiring immigrant workers. Some Irish immigrants did come to Miamisburg and surrounding cities in search of work. Miamisburg was the site of one of the first post-war U.S. Atomic Energy Commission (AEC) facilities, beginning in 1947. The Dayton area had supported numerous secret operations for the War Department during World War II . As the war ended, the majority of these operations were moved to
5040-677: Was the main activity at the Plant. The Mound Development Corporation spearheaded the creation of the Mound Advanced Technology Center in the redevelopment of the plant, with the Montgomery County Regional Dispatch Center joining 14 other tenants in March 2009. In December 2010, the Dayton Police Department became the 17th law enforcement agency, along with 11 fire departments, to be dispatched from
5112-555: Was transferred to the Civil Aeronautics Board 's newly formed Bureau of Aviation Safety. In 1967, Congress created a separate cabinet-level Department of Transportation , which among other things, established the Federal Aviation Administration as an agency under the DOT. At the same time, the NTSB was established as an independent agency which absorbed the Bureau of Aviation Safety's responsibilities. However, from 1967 to 1975,
5184-546: Was very classified. The plant had a small army of security guards and was ringed by chain-link fencing and razor wire. When the Cold War ended, the plant discontinued the detonator work, but it continued to make nuclear power generators for space probes. In May 1993 U.S. Department of Energy decided to end all production at the Mound. This move affected 2,100 employees in the local area. By 1996 cleanup of radioactive and hazardous waste
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